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anoxic

/ˈænɒksɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does anoxic mean?

adjective

Lacking oxygen; not containing oxygen. Relating to or resulting from a lack of oxygen.

Example

"The anoxic conditions in the lake led to the death of many aquatic organisms."

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